Single Malt Mizunara Japanese Oak Cask 18YO Bottled 2025
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle. It is bottled at its peak of complexity and is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release, remaining stable for decades if kept in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.
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Slow-roasted Wagyu beef, high-quality dark chocolate, and mature hard cheeses like aged Gouda.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii near Kyoto, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest malt whisky distillery. Situated where the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers meet, the distillery benefits from a misty, humid climate and exceptionally soft water, ideal for whisky making. This rare 18-Year-Old Single Malt showcases the legendary Mizunara oak (Japanese deciduous oak). Mizunara is notoriously difficult to cooper due to its porous, twisted grain, requiring trees to be nearly 200 years old before harvesting. Initially used out of necessity during World War II when import casks were unavailable, Mizunara has become the signature of premium Japanese whisky. It imparts a highly prized, ethereal aromatic profile reminiscent of sandalwood, temple incense, coconut, and subtle oriental spices, creating a deeply meditative and complex spirit.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest commercial whisky distillery, located at the scenic convergence of the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers in Osaka Prefecture, where a unique humid microclimate and exceptionally pure water create the ideal environment for spirits maturation. Owned by Suntory, the distillery is globally celebrated for its pioneering craftsmanship and innovative maturation process, which utilizes a diverse array of cask types including Spanish sherry casks, American white oak, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak. Yamazaki's signature style is characterized by a complex, multi-layered fruitiness and deep, spicy incense-like aromas, epitomized by legendary expressions such as their Single Malt 12 and 18 Years Old.